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Apple's budget MacBook Neo, sold in a shade called 'Blush,' is currently the sole MacBook available in pink. The laptop is positioned for casual users and note-taking rather than creative or professional workloads. Apple's pricier MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models come only in neutral tones like Silver, Space Black, and a muted blue on the Air.
Amazon's early fall Prime Day event now includes M5 MacBook Air models discounted as much as $150, alongside a $500 cut on a 2TB M5 Pro model and all-time low pricing on the single Apple AirTag 2. The sale also features Sharge's 300W smart display power bank at $50 off, new lows on Belkin 25W MagSafe charging stations, and Eve Matter/HomeKit accessories starting at $32. Separately, Twelve South launched its Airfly Drive wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapter at $39.99.
HP has launched the OmniBook 5, a slim laptop pitched as a MacBook Air-style competitor with a colorful design and high-quality display. Reports note that buyers should check the RAM configuration carefully, as the base specification may be lower than expected relative to the price.
Following the M6 Mac mini launch, reports indicate Apple will bring the M6 chip to the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro and a redesigned-color iMac this fall. A new M6 MacBook Air and M6 iPad Pro with a vapor chamber are expected in early 2027, while Pro and Max chip variants won't arrive until M7 in 2027.
Amazon has kicked off an early fall Prime Day sale ahead of the main event next week, offering price cuts across Apple products, smart TVs, speakers and displays, and smart home devices. Highlighted deals include AirTag 2 at $24, an M5 Pro MacBook Pro down $500 to $2,699, MacBook Air models cut by up to $150, and Apple Watch Ultra models discounted to $780. Anker has also launched its own Fall Sale with up to 50% off chargers and power banks, alongside bundle blind boxes and multi-buy discounts.
Amazon's early Prime Day sale includes a $500 price cut on the 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro (14-inch, 24GB RAM) in both Space Black and Silver, bringing it to $2,699 from $3,199. The retailer is also offering $50 off the new Mac Studio, up to $150 off M5 MacBook Air models, clearance pricing on Apple Watch Ultra 3, and various accessory deals from brands like Twelve South and Anker.
Amazon's early fall Prime Day sale now includes a $500 discount on the 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM and 2TB storage, bringing it to $2,699. The sale also features M5 MacBook Air models discounted up to $150, M6 Mac mini and Mac Studio deals, and Apple's refurb store offering the 2026 Studio Display at $300 off.
Apple has raised prices across its Mac lineup, reportedly due to an ongoing memory shortage, making current models less of a bargain than earlier this year. Despite this, retailers are still offering discounts on the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air, while the $699 MacBook Neo remains largely undiscounted at retail but is available refurbished from Apple for $100-$120 less than retail price with a one-year warranty.
Apple's upcoming macOS 27, codenamed Golden Gate, will only run on Apple silicon Macs, cutting off every Intel-based MacBook. The cutoff includes 2020 MacBooks except for the M1 chip versions of the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, meaning most MacBooks from 2021 onward remain supported. Users can check their chip type via the Apple menu's 'About This Mac' option.
9to5Mac's deals coverage highlights weekend price cuts on Apple hardware, including Beats' 360-degree audio product, AirPods Pro 3 earbuds, the Mac Studio desktop, and the MacBook Air laptop. The roundup compiles discounts currently available from retailers rather than announcing any new Apple products.
Amazon has brought back clearance pricing on Apple Watch Ultra 3 Milanese Loop models, offering both Black and Natural Titanium versions at $699.97, down $199 from their $899 list price. The same roundup also lists a $150 discount on Apple's 24GB 13-inch M5 MacBook Air, renewed launch pricing on the 24GB M6 Mac mini, nearly 20% off the Magic Keyboard, and a $7.50 Beats USB-C cable, alongside a $50 discount on AirPods Pro 3.
Amazon is discounting mid-range 13-inch M5 MacBook Air configurations by $150, bringing 16GB/1TB models down to $1,449 and 24GB/1TB models to $1,649. Separately, Apple's official refurbished store has 15-inch M5 MacBook Air units marked down by as much as $300. These sit alongside other current promotions including $50 off AirPods Pro 3, $240 off the entry Studio Display, and over $100 off various M4 iPad Air models.